How true is the movie Mask?

Released March 8, 1985, Mask followed the life and early death of Rocky Dennis (Stoltz), a teen suffering from craniodiaphyseal dysplasia (sometimes commonly called “lionitis”). Cher played “Rusty” Dennis, his protective and loving mom who is fighting her own demons with addiction. The movie was based on a true story.

Who played the kid in mask?

Eric Stoltz
Eric Stoltz as Roy L. “Rocky” Dennis, a kid who has craniodiaphyseal dysplasia.

Is Rocky Dennis dead?

Deceased (1961–1978)
Roy L. Dennis/Living or Deceased

What disease did rocky from mask have?

Roy Lee “Rocky” Dennis (December 4, 1961 – October 4, 1978) was an American teenager who had craniodiaphyseal dysplasia, an extremely rare sclerotic bone disorder. The condition usually results in neurological disorders and death during childhood or teenage years.

Where is Rocky Dennis buried?

Roy Lee “Rocky” Dennis

Birth	4 Dec 1961 Glendora, Los Angeles County, California, USA
Death	4 Oct 1978 (aged 16) Glendora, Los Angeles County, California, USA
Burial	Donated to medical science, Specifically: Body donated to UCLA medical research.
Memorial ID	9050 · View Source

Who played Rocky in the movie Mask?

Eric Stoltz played as Roy L.’Rocky’ Dennis in the movie “Mask”. The movie was released in 1985. Cher played as Florence ‘Rusty’ Dennis. Tags: eric stoltz, dennis, cher, florence.

What did Rocky Dennis die from?

Roy Lee “Rocky” Dennis (December 4, 1961 – October 4, 1978) was an American boy who had craniodiaphyseal dysplasia, an extremely rare sclerotic bone disorder. The condition usually results in neurological disorders and death during childhood or teenage years.

What happened to Rocky Dennis?

Roy Lee “Rocky” Dennis (December 4, 1961 – October 4, 1978) was an American boy afflicted with craniodiaphyseal dysplasia, an extremely rare, disfiguring, sclerotic bone disorder. The condition usually results in neurological disorders and death during childhood.